Recorded Education Programs

Below are the recordings for all education programs provided at our monthly member meetings. All recordings are password-protected for members. If you did not register for an event and therefore did not receive a password for a trianing, please reach out to Liz Truong for the password.

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May 28th, 2024

Details of the Change Order Legislation 

By Brett Hill, Ahlers Cressman & Sleight

The Washington State Legislature recently passed a bill (SSB 6192) that made significant changes to change order laws. The bill applies change order requirements, currently applied to public works, to private construction as well. It also adds subcontractors and suppliers to change order laws.

In this webinar, Brett Hill of Ahlers Cressman & Sleight will describe the changes and discuss what utility contractors and suppliers need to do to be in compliance.

 

This recording is password protected for members only. Only registered attendees of the event received the password. If you need access as a member, please contact Liz Truong for the password.
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Past Recordings

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January 6th, 2021

Social Media in Construction

By Brett Wise, Owen Equipment & Joshua Gunia, A Advanced Septic Services & Construction

Applicable to both contractor and associate members – social media has become vitally important in the construction industry. Brett Wise took us through the different types of social media and how they can be used to generate more business. Joshua Gunia provided us with his “case study” on how social media has been utilized at his company to be more profitable.

 

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January 14th, 2021

Generational Differences in the Workplace: Challenges & Best Practices for Employers

By Karen Galipeau Forner, Employer Solutions Law

There can be five generations working in any workplace. From Baby-Boomers to Generation Z, the cultural influences, values, expectations and communication styles of each generation are distinct. Misunderstanding or conflict can occur between generations if these differences are not recognized and valued. What are emerging workplace trends and generational similarities? How do generational values and characteristics affect the way employees interact? Learn answers to these questions and best practices for generations to better communicate and work together. 

 

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January 22nd, 2021

Red Flags on Workers’ Compensation Claims: How to Identify Them Early to Avoid Lengthy and Expensive Claims 

By Karen Galipeau Forner, Employer Solutions Law

There are numerous red flags to look for on workers’ compensation claims. With red flags, there is a high risk that the claim is fabricated and should be rejected or that a very aggressive and proactive approach is needed to get claim impact limited and the claim closed. Certain cost savings options have a short window of opportunity. Learn what these “red flags” are, how to spot them early, and best practices for employers to avoid costly, drawn-out claims.

 

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January 27th, 2021

PlanGrid Training: Field Users & Project Managers

By Andrew Botkin & Marlo Aghazarian, Plangrid – An Autodesk Company

Calling all PlanGrid users! Get your foreman, field users, project managers and sueprintedents trained up in this one hour session with PlanGrid.
PlanGrid is a mobile construction management software giving field teams access to plans, punch lists, field reports and more. During this time we will go over the following:

 

  • Navigating through the Mobile App
  • Version Control
  • Basic & Advanced Markups
  • Task Tracking
  • Field Reports
  • Getting Started with PlanGrid on the Website
  • Project Creation
  • Uploading sheets and documents
  • Adding team members
  • Managing Field Reports

 

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February 23rd, 2021

Opioid, Drug and Alcohol Addiction in the Workplace: Rules, Case Law and Best Practices for Employers

By Karen Galipeau Forner, Employer Solutions Law

How pervasive is the problem of opioid, drug and alcohol addiction in the workplace? What issues should employers be aware of? How does the legalization of marijuana impact your company’s drug policy or program? Workers’ compensation guidelines address opioid use on claims. Learn the most current rules and best practices for your company.

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April 20th, 2021

Dig Law Safety Committee – Mock Review 

By Don Evans and Jon Cornelius

Don Evans, executive director of WA 811 and Jon Cornelius, Program Coordinator for the Washington State Dig Law Safety Committee present a process called MOCK REVIEW to train contractors, utility operators and the safety committee on the Dig Law and the complaint process.

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